How big can a hand luggage suitcase be?

The standard size for hand luggage suitcases is 55 x 40 x 20 cm. These dimensions are allowed by many airlines such as Lufthansa, Ryanair or Eurowings. Some companies have their own guidelines - it's worth doing a quick check before your trip.

Which airlines allow hand luggage for free?

Most classic airlines such as Lufthansa, Swiss or Austrian allow free hand luggage. With low-cost airlines such as Ryanair or Wizz Air, hand luggage is often only included with the priority option. You can find the exact rules on your airline's website.

What is not allowed in your hand luggage suitcase?

Liquids over 100 ml per container are prohibited, as are dangerous objects such as knives, tools, sprays or batteries with more than 100 Wh. E.g. E.g. power banks, clothing, electronics and small care items.

Can I take another bag with my hand luggage?

Yes, many airlines allow a small personal item such as a laptop bag or handbag (e.g. 40x30x10 cm) in addition to the suitcase. With low-cost airlines this is usually chargeable.

Which hand luggage suitcase is suitable for Ryanair?

For Ryanair, a hand luggage suitcase measuring 55x40x20 cm and weighing a maximum of 10 kg is suitable. Without a priority tariff, only one small piece of luggage is allowed (e.g. backpack 40x25x20 cm).

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A cabin suitcase is the most practical companion for short trips, business journeys and city breaks. It fits in the overhead compartment or under the seat in front, saves waiting time at baggage reclaim and is included in the flight price with many airlines. At Markenkoffer.de you'll find cabin luggage in all standard sizes, materials and feature variants.

Which hand luggage dimensions apply with airlines?

55 × 40 × 20 cm (Standard) – accepted by Lufthansa, Eurowings, KLM, Air France, many charter airlines
55 × 40 × 23 cm – slightly larger standard size with Condor and Swiss
40 × 30 × 20 cm – small hand luggage (underseat) with Ryanair, Wizz Air, easyJet (free of charge)
56 × 45 × 25 cm – Large hand luggage Ryanair Priority
54 × 35 × 20 cm – Lufthansa Light/Economy Light special size

Hard shell suitcase or soft luggage as hand luggage?

Both materials have advantages. Hard shell suitcases made from polycarbonate or ABS are robust, waterproof and protect delicate contents – ideal for technology, cosmetics and fragile souvenirs. Soft luggage made from nylon or polyester is lighter, can be squeezed better into full overhead compartments and often has exterior pockets for quick access to tablets, passports or boarding passes.

What matters when choosing cabin luggage?

Exact dimensions – check external measurements including wheels and handle, not just case body measurements
4 wheels (spinner) or 2 wheels – spinners are more manoeuvrable in airports, 2 wheels grip better on cobblestones
Expansion function – expandable zip gives 3-5 cm extra volume for the return journey; caution with strict airlines
TSA lock – integrated combination lock for security checks on US travel without broken locks
Empty weight – under 2.5 kg is good, under 2 kg very good with strict weight restrictions
USB charging port – some models offer external USB socket for charging on the go

Hand luggage sizes and their uses

Underseat (40 × 30 × 20 cm) – fits under the seat in front, ideal for short trips and as free hand luggage with budget airlines. Standard 55 × 40 × 20 cm – the classic cabin luggage for 1-2 week trips, fits in any overhead compartment. Large hand luggage – more storage space, but caution: many airlines charge extra for this.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What size is hand luggage with Lufthansa?

Lufthansa allows one piece of hand luggage measuring 55 × 40 × 23 cm and weighing up to 8 kg in Economy as standard. In Light fares, the hand luggage allowance is removed on some routes. Current values can be found in the Lufthansa fare calculator for your booking class.

What are the dimensions for Ryanair hand luggage?

Ryanair accepts free of charge a small bag measuring 40 × 30 × 20 cm that fits under the seat in front. The larger hand luggage measuring 55 × 40 × 20 cm is only available with Priority Boarding or as an additional charge.

Hard shell or soft luggage as hand luggage?

Hard shell suitcases protect delicate contents better and are waterproof. Soft luggage is lighter, has exterior pockets for tablets and passports and can be squeezed into full overhead compartments. Hard shell is recommended for technology and cosmetics, soft luggage for mixed contents and quick access.

How much can hand luggage weigh in kg?

Most airlines allow 8-10 kg hand luggage. Lufthansa, KLM and Air France: 8 kg. Eurowings: 8 kg. Ryanair: 10 kg (large hand luggage with Priority). With budget airlines, weight is rarely checked, but dimensions are strictly enforced.

Are 4 wheels better than 2 wheels?

4-wheel spinners are easier to manoeuvre in airports and can be pushed alongside you. 2 wheels are more robust on cobblestones and require less maintenance. For business travel, 4 wheels are common, for backpacking-style trips 2 wheels are more practical.

Can a laptop go in hand luggage?

Yes, laptops are allowed in hand luggage and must be removed from the bag at security control. In some countries, security checks require tablets and larger power banks to also go through the X-ray machine separately. Power banks over 100 Wh are not permitted.

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